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Traditional Utility Room with a Single-bowl Sink Ideas and Designs

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Dunbar Court Lafayette Mudroom and Laundry Room Addition
Dunbar Court Lafayette Mudroom and Laundry Room Addition
Riverside Construction, LLCRiverside Construction, LLC
Not surprising, mudrooms are gaining in popularity, both for their practical and functional use. This busy Lafayette family was ready to build a mudroom of their own. Riverside Construction helped them plan a mudroom layout that would work hard for the home. The design plan included combining three smaller rooms into one large, well-organized space. Several walls were knocked down and an old cabinet was removed, as well as an unused toilet. As part of the remodel, a new upper bank of cabinets was installed along the wall, which included open shelving perfect for storing backpacks to tennis rackets. In addition, a custom wainscoting back wall was designed to hold several coat hooks. For shoe changing, Riverside Construction added a sturdy built-in bench seat and a lower bank of open shelves to store shoes. The existing bathroom sink was relocated to make room for a large closet. To finish this mudroom/laundry room addition, the homeowners selected a fun pop of color for the walls and chose easy-to-clean, durable 13 x 13 tile flooring for high-trafficked areas.
Killara Project
Killara Project
Dan Kitchens AustraliaDan Kitchens Australia
Tall shaker style laundry, designed and made at the same time as the matching kitchen. Photos: Paul Worsley @ Live By The Sea
Modern European Custom Home
Modern European Custom Home
Authenticity, LLCAuthenticity, LLC
Alan Jackson - Jackson Studios
Gray Laundry Room
Gray Laundry Room
Cabinet-S-TopCabinet-S-Top
This laundry room was created by removing the existing bathroom and bedroom closet. Medallion Designer Series maple full overlay cabinet’s in the Potters Mill door style with Harbor Mist painted finish was installed. Formica Laminate Concrete Stone with a bull edge and single bowl Kurran undermount stainless steel sink with a chrome Moen faucet. Boulder Terra Linear Blend tile was used for the backsplash and washer outlet box cover. On the floor 12x24 Mediterranean Essence tile in Bronze finish was installed. A Bosch washer & dryer were also installed.
Hermitage Lane, Newport Beach, CA
Hermitage Lane, Newport Beach, CA
Toblesky-Green ArchitectsToblesky-Green Architects
Point Whitehorn Home
Point Whitehorn Home
West Coast HomesWest Coast Homes
Chloe Project [6400]
Chloe Project [6400]
Reinbold Inc.Reinbold Inc.
Jim McClune
DEANE - Beams
DEANE - Beams
DEANE Inc | Distinctive Design & CabinetryDEANE Inc | Distinctive Design & Cabinetry
A look at the laundry room in this transitional home by DEANE inc. Custom cabinetry provides storage for more than just the gourmet kitchen as seen in this beautiful laundry room, filled with functional custom tile floors, modern fixtures, and custom countertops.
Ripon
Ripon
Studio NestStudio Nest
We paired this rich shade of blue with smooth, white quartz worktop to achieve a calming, clean space. This utility design shows how to combine functionality, clever storage solutions and timeless luxury.
West Leederville (BWSJ17)
West Leederville (BWSJ17)
Renovation CapitalRenovation Capital
The laundry is styled to match the kitchen. Benches in Caesarstone Frosty Carrina. Doors in satin lacquer colour Tranquil Retreat.
Country Lake Portfolio
Country Lake Portfolio
Robert Brayton PhotographyRobert Brayton Photography
Robert Brayton, CPP
Highcroft Home Remodel
Highcroft Home Remodel
Studio M Kitchen & BathStudio M Kitchen & Bath
The whimsical wallpaper is a great complement to the warm, latte colored, cabinetry. The design of this space is simple yet timeless and perfectly matches the the aesthetic of the home.
Touchstone Kitchen & Laundry
Touchstone Kitchen & Laundry
Kitchens, Baths & BeyondKitchens, Baths & Beyond
William Quarles
Stonewall Farmhouse
Stonewall Farmhouse
Whitten ArchitectsWhitten Architects
photography by Rob Karosis
Traditional Laundry Room
Traditional Laundry Room
Spec Home - S. Gaylord Street
Spec Home - S. Gaylord Street
BKC Kitchen and BathBKC Kitchen and Bath
This spec home in the Washington Park neighborhood of Denver boasts a beautiful transitional design of open floorplan, coffered ceiling, and plenty of cabinetry throughout. Laundry Room: J & K Cabinetry, White Shaker Design by: Paul Lintault, BKC Kitchen and Bath, in partnership with Denver Design Build.
Laundry/Mud Room Remodel
Laundry/Mud Room Remodel
Perspektiv Design,LLCPerspektiv Design,LLC
Beautiful laundry room! In this project, we maximized storage, built-in a new washer and dryer, installed a wall-hung sink, and added locker storage to help the family stay organized.
Sedley Road Kitchen, Bar, Mudroom & Laundry Room Remodel
Sedley Road Kitchen, Bar, Mudroom & Laundry Room Remodel
ReVision Design/RemodelingReVision Design/Remodeling
Black and white cement floor tile paired with navy cabinets and white countertops keeps this mudroom and laundry room interesting. The low maintenance materials keep this hard working space clean. © Lassiter Photography **Any product tags listed as “related,” “similar,” or “sponsored” are done so by Houzz and are not the actual products specified. They have not been approved by, nor are they endorsed by ReVision Design/Remodeling.**
West Pennant Hills: House Renovation Sydney 2120
West Pennant Hills: House Renovation Sydney 2120
The Renovation BrokerThe Renovation Broker
English Cottage
English Cottage
Kuklinski + Rappe ArchitectsKuklinski + Rappe Architects
Butler's Pantry between kitchen and dining room doubles as a Laundry room. Laundry machines are hidden behind doors. Leslie Schwartz Photography

Traditional Utility Room with a Single-bowl Sink Ideas and Designs

A well designed traditional utility room can rise to become one of our favourite rooms in the house, boasting the accolade of existing solely to make our lives easier. Few of us are fans of chores such as washing, cleaning and ironing, but with a high-spec, well put together utility design they could be a breeze. For this reason, it makes sense to design an utility room to be as functional as possible, the very model of “everything in its place”, with carefully thought out utility room storage. That, however, doesn’t have to mean it can’t look nice – even super-utilitarian appliances like a washing machine, tumble dryer, laundry basket and recycling bin can be dressed up by their surroundings and made to look great as part of your traditional utility design.

What do I need in my traditional utility room?

Most utility rooms tend to be a small room just off the kitchen or hallway, so you are likely to be working with a compact space. Your main priority will involve planning utility room storage around your white goods. A utility room is usually intended primarily as a laundry room, so it makes sense to first install your plumbed items: the sink, washing machine and, if you have one, tumble dryer. If you run short of space and can’t afford to have a separate washer and dryer, then consider an integrated washer-dryer for your utility design. Built-in storage is a great idea in utility rooms to make best use of the available space, and you might want to also consider built in ironing boards, clothes airers and retractable washing lines. These items tend to be a bit cumbersome and are forever getting in the way, so designing special utility room storage for them or fixing them to a wall so they are easily folded away is an excellent space-saver and well worth the implementation. Free standing items such as laundry baskets and clothes hampers can be tucked neatly under specially designed worktops, and a selection of stacking plastic storage boxes, tins or wicker baskets can be used to help keep the room clutter free.

How do I decorate my traditional utility room?

Decorating an utility room is the ultimate exercise in form meeting functionality. As it’s a room that, alas, invariably people spend a great deal of time in, you will want keep the utility room a calm and clean space. Utility room storage is essential for keeping this area tidy; attractively painted shelves and cupboards can be used to stow away all the bottles and boxes used for laundry and cleaning, as well as appliances such as vacuum cleaners and irons. An attractive country style utility design can be achieved by hanging bright or patterned curtains in front of wall mounted shelves – it will perk up the room and keep clutter hidden away. Floors should be hard-wearing and easy to clean (just think of those dirty boots traipsing in through the back door!) – to this end, stone, tile, laminate or vinyl flooring will be the most low-maintenance and durable. All in all, bear in mind that just because this is primarily a practical space doesn’t mean it needs to be dull – you can inject personality into your utility design in your choices of colour and decorative accessories. Consider quirky signage, blackboards for scribbling down shopping lists, and decorative bottles and boxes for stowing away household bits and bobs.

Do I need a sink in my utility room?

Utility room sinks are designed for those jobs that don’t quite belong in the kitchen – hand washing, dirty boots, watering indoor plants – and typically have a more industrial aesthetic than kitchen sinks. In fact, the iconic butler sink’s originally designated purpose was, as you might imagine, a sink for the butler, who was responsible for washing precious glassware and other items that required special attention and soaking. In case you’ve ever wondered, this is why butler sinks are so deep – for that matter, the only difference between butler sinks and Belfast sinks is the overflow built in to Belfast sinks which don’t feature in butler sinks. If the rustic charm of ceramic sinks appeal to you but your utility room would benefit a less substantial piece, French farmhouse sinks may be the perfect option; cast in French clay to produce a more refined finish, farmhouse sinks can be a thinner, more elegant alternative to their robust counterparts. As well as offering practicality, ceramic sinks make a beautiful statement centrepiece – utility rooms with a country or shabby chic feel will find the perfect complement to rustic wooden units with a butler or farmhouse sink. Smaller sinks are perfectly adequate if your utility room doesn’t demand as much from you, if you do the odd bit of rinsing instead of regularly being elbow-deep in heavy-duty washing. Stainless steel sinks are a practical choice that can withstand the bashing they will get in an utility room set up. Composite sinks are available in granite and quartz variations, both boasting superior durability and damage resistance; to boot, their smooth clean finish lends itself to an ultramodern style utility room. If you’re still unsure on your utility design, take a look through the hundreds of photos for some traditional utility room ideas from professional designers and other homeowners. You might find a design theme or some utility room storage ideas that will inspire you for your utility room makeover.
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